2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1 kg more than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Enclave | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
